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Funded in part by Sedgwick County and the City of Wichita Accredited by the American Association of Museums

School Tours

The Museum provides FREE guided tours for all school groups!School Tours have been carefully designed to follow the Kansas Curricular Standards.
Bus funding is available.

Self-Guided Tour/Scavenger Hunt

ALL AGES

After a brief introduction to the Museum, students may work with partners or in small groups (no more than 10 students per group) to complete a scavenger hunt by following a series of clues throughout the Museum to answer questions. Once completed, students may turn in their answers for a prize (Family Pass for FREE return visit!). Please plan to bring enough chaperones to ensure that every group is accompanied by an adult. (60 minutes)

A Child’s World

GRADES 1-2

Students step back in time and explore an exhibit full of toys, clothing, and children’s activities from the past as they compare and contrast their own daily lives to children living in early Wichita. This tour includes a guided lesson and hand-on activities. (60 minutes)

Wichita: The Magic City

GRADES 3-5

Students discover the early days of Wichita and its rapid growth from a vast prairie to a bustling city. This tour focuses on the early settlers and their interaction with the Native Americans and includes hands-on activities relating to Wichita Indian culture and trading practices. (60 minutes)

Aviation Tour

MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL

Students learn the history behind the local aviation industry and how Wichita became known as the Air Capital. This tour includes a guided tour of the Spirit of Wichita exhibit, as well as a film entitled Wichita, The Air Capital: The Early Years. (45 minutes)

Comprehensive Tour

ALL AGES

Students tour the entire Museum and get a broad look at Wichita’s history, with a focus on growth, major events, and technological advances over time. Museum terms are introduced, such as artifact, exhibit and collection. (60 minutes)